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PowertrainP0A73

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Generator phase V current low

22 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight to a workshop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP0A73No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
BYDP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
CheryP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
DaewooP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
DFFSP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
DFFXP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
DFXKP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
EOBDP0A73Aras fasa V penjana rendah BrandPowertrain
GeelyP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
GMP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
Great WallP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
HafeiP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
HondaP0A73Generator Motor Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP0A73No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP0A73No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP0A73No description available Powertrain
ProtonP0A73No description available Powertrain
SaabP0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P0A73Generator Phase V Current Low BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP0A73Generator phase V current low BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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